What’s Happening In Orange County

We’re here to help you find fun things to do, outdoor events, and more events this weekend and all week long. Check back often as our list will be updated as events are announced.

Visit our Fairs & Festivals page for a list of other exciting upcoming events!

Upcoming Events This Week

Ducks vs Rangers – Friday, March 28
Wondercon (Anaheim) – March 28-30
Knott’s Boysenberry Festival – March 28 – April 27
International Children’s Festival (Aquarium of the Pacific) – Mar. 29-30
Los Tigres del Norte – Saturday, March 29
FitFest Orange County – Saturday, March 29
Holi Fest OC Color Festival (Irvine) – Saturday, March 29
SoCal Super Show (OC Fair) – Saturday, March 29
Ducks vs Maple Leafs – Sunday, March 30
Wiener Dog Races – Sunday, March 30
César Chávez Day – Monday, March 31
Ducks vs Sharks – Tuesday, April 1
Vans Jack’s Surfboards Pro (Huntington Beach) – April 3-6

See also our Main Events Page and events for Farmers Markets, Swap Meets, Car Shows, 5ks & Fun Runs, Night Markets, and Food & Wine Events.

Curated Activity Lists: Easter Events, OC Parks Activities

Events Beyond This Weekend

OC Japan Fair (OC Fair) – April 4-6
Fullerton’s Famchella – Friday, April 4
Downtown Santa Ana First Saturday Artwalk – April 5-6
Springtime in Paris Boutique – Saturday, April 5
Cars & Creations By The Sea – Saturday, April 5
Maker’s Hive Market – Saturday, April 5
Western Surfing Association Surf Contest – Saturday, April 5
Formula Drift | Streets of Long Beach – April 4- 5
Monthly Donut Ride (Costa Mesa) – Sunday, April 6
Ducks vs Oilers – Monday, April 7
Ducks vs Flames – Wednesday, April 9
18 for the Elephants Golf Tournament – Thursday, April 10
Coachella Music & Arts Festival – April 11-13
Dapper Day Expo at Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) – Sat./Sun., Apr. 12-13
Imaginology (OC Fair) – Sat./Sun., Apr. 12-13
OC Pet & Reptile Expo (OC Fair) – Sat./Sun., Apr. 12-13
OC Wine Fest (OC Fair) – Sat./Sun., Apr. 12-13
Costa Mesa Speedway (OC Fair) – Sat., Apr. 12
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Apr. 12
Balboa Island Community Garage Sale (Balboa Island) – Sat., Apr. 12
Modern Makers Mart – Easter Event (Irvine) – Sat., Apr. 12
Kid’s Party Day (Anaheim) – Sat., Apr. 12
Ducks vs Avalanche – Sunday, April 13
Magic at the Majestic with David Minkin – Sunday, April 13
Shen Yun (Segerstrom) – April 15-19
Disney on Ice (Long Beach) – April 17-20
Fight Club OC (OC Fair) – Thursday, April 17
Veggiepalooza Plant Sale (Fullerton) – April 17-18
Coachella Music & Arts Festival – April 18-20
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Apr. 19
2025 SoCal DEKA FIT (Anaheim Convention Center) – Sat., Apr. 19
Jazz in the Palm Court (Great Park) – Sat., Apr. 19
Takumi Alley Maker’s Mart (Anaheim) – Sat., Apr. 19
Earth Day (events) – Tuesday, April 22
Kidstock: Family Music and Arts Festival (Pretend City) – April 23-26
Disney on Ice (Ontario) – April 24-27
Southern California Spring Garden Show (South Coast Plaza) – April 24-27
Stagecoach Country Music Festival – April 25-27
Forrest Frank (Honda Center) – Friday, April 25
Pizza City Fest (Crypto.com Arena) – April 26-27
Floral Park Home & Garden Tour – April 26-27
2 Primos De Cuidado Y Su (Honda Center) – Saturday, April 26
South County Pet Expo (Lake Forest) – Saturday, April 26
Festival of Nations – (La Palma) – Saturday, April 26
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., Apr 26
Feria De Abril Los Alamitos – Saturday, April 26
Rock N Road Irvine – Dirty Sunday Gravel Ride – Sunday, April 27
Wiener Dog Races – Sunday, April 27
Rauw Alejandro (Honda Center) – Thursday, May 1
Newport Beach International Boat Show – May 1-4
Beachlife Festival (Redondo Beach) – May 2-4
La Habra Citrus Fair – May 2-4
OC Marathon – May 3-4
Downtown Santa Ana First Saturday Artwalk – Saturday, May 3
Gate & Garden Tour (Laguna Beach) – Saturday, May 3
OC Soccer Club Match (Great Park Irvine) – Sat., May 3
Monthly Donut Ride (Costa Mesa) – Sunday, May 4

2025 Ongoing Events

Museum of Make Believe – Limited run
Anaheim Marketplace Live Entertainment – Every Sat. & Sun. 12pm-6pm
Balboa Fun Zone Makers in the Zone – First Thursday of the Month
DTSA Art Walk – First Saturday of the Month
Kids Fun Zone (Anaheim) – Last Saturday of every month
Free Train Rides (Costa Mesa) – Every 3rd Sat. & Sun.
Home Depot Free Kids Workshops – First Saturday of the Month
Los Alamitos Sunset Saturdays – 2nd Saturday of the Month
Live Music on the Lido Deck – Every Thurs., Satu. & Sun. from Noon – 3pm
Live Music on the Ocean Deck – Sat./Sun. 1-3 PM
The Layover (Great Park) – Sat./Sun. 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday Musicales
Surf City Nights – Tuesday Nights
Taco Tuesday
Night Markets

Limited Time Pop-Up Events & Immersive Experiences

Candlelight Concerts & More
Dining in the Dark (Los Angeles)
Museum of Make Believe (Laguna Beach)
Italian Date Night: Handmade Ravioli (Laguna Hills)
Learn to Make Classic French Macarons (Anaheim)
Buy AMC Tickets & Drinks at a Discount

Entertainment Venue Event Schedules

Event Schedules at More Venues

Things to do This Weekend

DIY – At – Home

Many of the local maker studios and other do-it-yourself shops are now offering DIY Take Home Kits so you can pickup curbside and get creative at home, either on your own, with your family, or even plan a Zoom with friends. Here are a few of the best DIY-At-Home kits around Orange County:

Blaze Pizza – Make pizza night more fun with DIY pizza making kits from Blaze Pizza. Kits can be purchased as one, two or four individual sized pizzas complete with dough, sauce, cheese, dusting flour, and up to seven toppings.

AR Workshop – San Juan Capistrano – Pick up DIY kits including wood crafts, canvas projects, custom signs, holiday themed crafts, and more.

Monique

McArthur

Monique McArthur is a mother of two, writer, and creator of delicious recipes. In her spare time she enjoys exploring all that Orange County has to offer, traveling, shopping, running with her dogs and spending time with family.